The FCO has issued a Press Release on the appointment of Rehman Chishti MP to succeed the current envoy, Lord Ahmad, to further the government’s work to promote the UK’s firm stance on religious freedom and tolerance abroad. David Pocklington, “New Envoy for Freedom of Religion & Belief” in Law & Religion UK, 12 September … Continue Reading

The charities that receive the most through legacies in the UK have been revealed, with the Salvation Army coming 7th overall and the highest rating Christian charity. Cara Bentley. Premier 10 September 2019 Fulcrum

US President Donald Trump has accidentally tweeted an insult to a pastor.Mr Trump meant to mention ABC World News reporter Jonathan Karl in a tweet criticising his reporting of his response to hurricane relief efforts.Instead he mentioned Rev Jonathan Carl, a pastor from Kentucky. Tola Mbakwe. Premier. 10 September 2019 Fulcrum

The chaplain to the speaker of the House of Commons has been praised to the heavens, with Mr Bercow saying she has been a “comfort and inspiration” to him. Cara Bentley. Premier. 10 September 2019 Fulcrum

“I can’t speak for the government. That is for the government to do. I am a religious leader, not a politician. As a religious leader, I mourn the tragedy I see here,” said Welby. Kamaldeep Singh Brar. The Indian Express. 11 September 2019 Fulcrum

In association with The Centre for Theology and Community and the Hurtado Jesuit Centre, this is a chance to get together, have a drink, meet some new faces and talk about theology. It’s 6.30pm-8.30pm on Friday 13th September at The Angel (101 Bermondsey Wall East, Rotherhithe, SE16 4NB).